Definitely Not Summit Preview with beastcoast CEO Grant Zinn and Building Esports from the Campus Up - Cheddar Sports 12/14/18
Only two days after releasing the Infinity Blade, Epic's decided to vault the controversial item - just too late to have prevented its influence on the Winter Royale. But there are plenty of tournaments that seem to have their structure figured out - including Smash Ultimate's inaugural major, Don't Park on the Grass 2018, which we preview with EndgameTV COO Aiden McCaig. UCI Esports Director Mark Deppe tells us how he's pushing the boundaries of what college esports can be and beastcoast CEO Grant Zinn fills in for Zane and briefs us on Definitely not Summit, DOTA 2's biggest definitely not major of the season.
Online tickets marketplace Vivid Seats CEO Stan Chia joined Cheddar’s "Opening Bell" to discuss the decision behind launching an IPO via a SPAC merger with Horizon Acquisition Corporation. According to Chia, it was the best route for the company as it looked to partner with a proven track record to strategize for the future. He also noted that pent-up demand for live events is as high as it's been in five years due to the pandemic. Shares are listed on the Nasdaq under the symbol SEAT.
Apple is expected to unveil a redesigned MacBook Pro, Mac Mini and the long-awaited AirPods 3 at its "Unleashed" event. We are also anticipating more information on Apple's own chip, as the chip shortage continues to ravage the tech industry. John Biggs, a writer and editor, gives a preview of the event and what we can expect from the new and improved devices.
Toyota is pledging to invest $3.4 billion into developing hybrid car batteries in the United States through 2030. The Japanese carmaker plans to establish a U.S. factory by 2025 and expects to create 1,750 jobs.
